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2023 Volkswagen Golf recalls and problems

There are no safety recalls for the 2023 Volkswagen Golf, but owners have filed 11 complaints with NHTSA.

Recalls
0
Complaints
11
Crashes / fires
0 / 0
Injuries / deaths
0 / 0

Recalls may cover only some 2023 Volkswagen Golf vehicles. Check your VIN at NHTSA ↗ to see open recalls for your exact car.

2023 Volkswagen Golf problems reported by owners

Problem areaReports
Electrical System6
Back Over Prevention5
Forward Collision Avoidance3
Engine2
Visibility/Wiper1
Service Brakes1
Power Train1
Unknown or Other1
Fuel/Propulsion System1
Exterior Lighting1

Most reported parts

  • Back Over Prevention › Rearview System Braking — 3
  • Back Over Prevention › Warnings — 2
  • Forward Collision Avoidance › Warnings — 2
  • Forward Collision Avoidance › Automatic Emergency Braking — 1

Problems that are not covered by a recall are paid repairs; labor rates follow local mechanic pay — see what auto mechanics earn in each state.

Recent 2023 Volkswagen Golf complaints

Owner reports filed with NHTSA, as written (personal details removed). Complaints are not verified by NHTSA.

Electrical System · reported Mar 27, 2024
Back up camera not working due to infotainment system not working. Dealer is aware, says they are waiting for a software update.
Engine · reported Feb 5, 2024
While driving, Front Safety System Light came on. Additionally, Drive System light came on and car would not go over 25-30 mph.
Electrical System · reported Dec 10, 2023
Infotainment system fails to start/load. Infotainment screen provides multiple error messages such and “component protection active” and/ or “you can activate this function at dealer” and subsequently becomes inoperable, including multiple safety related features: Back up/ rear view camera freezes image or does not turn on at all. Autonomous emergency braking (front assist) fail light comes on. Park distance control fail light comes on. Have been to the VW dealer on two different occasions for these issues specifically and the systems and problems not resolved. They reset/ updated the…
Unknown or Other · reported Oct 27, 2023
The infotainment of the car with the navigation gave wrong directions and almost drove me into a canyon rather than the street. I took it to the dealership and left it there for two days and the problem was still there.
Electrical System · reported Oct 3, 2023
Having consistent issues with safety features and infotainment system that locks up with errors. Since new my VW Gti has been experiencing drivers' assistants' issues. At times the backup camera does not work. At times the the whole infotainment system will have various different errors that prevent any of the safety features to be turned on. The errors don't easily go away unless turning off the car and trying to restart it all.

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Frequently asked questions

Does the 2023 Volkswagen Golf have any recalls?

No. NHTSA has no safety recalls for the 2023 Volkswagen Golf as of this update. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls for the latest status.

What is the most common problem with the 2023 Volkswagen Golf?

Owners report electrical system problems most often (6 reports), followed by back over prevention (5).

Are Volkswagen recall repairs free?

Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized Volkswagen dealers, whether you are the first owner or bought the car used.